
Description
Explore textures with a nature sensory bin, promoting cognitive and physical development while fostering love for nature through tactile discovery.
Details
1. Fill a shallow container with natural items (e.g., leaves, pebbles, pinecones).
2. Place the bin on a blanket outdoors.
3. Let the child touch and explore the items.
4. Name each item to build vocabulary.
5. Encourage sorting by texture (smooth, rough).
6. Discuss how the items feel and where they come from.
Materials
Shallow container, leaves, pebbles, pinecones, blanket